Senior Health Update Archives - Page 39 of 43

Eight reasons why coffee is good for you

Could coffee be good for you? Last reviewed Mon 29 June 2015 By Anna Schaefer Reviewed by Peggy Pletcher, MS, RD, LD, CDE Read the full story

Loneliness a bigger killer than obesity, say researchers

Obesity has become a major public health concern but there are two bigger threats: loneliness and social isolation. A must read Published Sunday 6 August 2017 By Honor Whiteman Read the Full Article

Arthritis drug could cure severe heart condition

A drug currently being trialed for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis has the potential to be the first ever drug to prevent aortic valve stenosi! Published Tuesday 13 June 2017 By Honor Whiteman Read the Full...

Strawberry compound may prevent Alzheimer’s

Fruits and vegetables could help to prevent Alzheimer’s disease! By Honor Whiteman Published Tuesday 11 July 2017 Read the Full Article

Extra-virgin olive oil may prevent Alzheimer’s

Like extra-virgin Olive oil? It may help to prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. Published Wednesday 21 June 2017 By Ana Sandoiu Read the Full Article

Autoimmunity may have role in Parkinson’s disease

For the first time, evidence found that autoimmunity may have a role in Parkinson’s disease By Catharine Paddock PhD Published Wednesday 21 June 2017 Read the Full Article

Heart failure risk may be affected by weight gain

Gaining just a little weight can put a person at an increased risk of heart failure, a new study shows. By Maria Cohut Published Friday 21 July 2017 Read the Full Article

How physical exercise prevents dementia

Regular physical exercise not only enhances fitness but also has a positive impact on brain metabolism. Adapted Media Release Published Tuesday 25 July 2017 Read the Full Article

Computer-designed antibodies target toxins associated with Alzheimer’s disease

How technology has changed, Computer-based methods to help with Alzheimer’s. Adapted Media Release Published Thursday 22 June 2017 Read the Full Article

Could tai chi reduce the risk of falls in older adults?

The ancient art of Tai Chi, could help to improve the lives of modern at-risk individuals. By Tim Newman Published Thursday 27 July 2017 Read the Full Article